For Readers

Library Materials

The McDowell County Public Library offers a variety of resources in print and digital formats. This includes: books, magazines, DVDs, audio books, e-books and e-audio books. Make sure to have your library card on hand to access these services.

Don’t have your book or DVD in stock today? Order it through NC Cardinal. As a member of the NC Cardinal system, you have access to roughly 5.1 million library items across the state. If it’s available somewhere, we can have it within 5-6 business days.

Download a book or audio book at home! Library members can check out four titles for up to 3 weeks. Try out a bestseller or one of the Battle of the Books titles. Not sure how to download items to your e-reader? Staff can show you how!